Video interviews have become the norm at law firms, barristers' chambers and other employers since the start of the coronavirus pandemic. Although the easing of restrictions may be signalling a return to normality, you can be certain that law firms and barrister chambers will continue to use video interviewing in some capacity for the time being. There are some key differences between interviewing over webcam and in person, so it is important to be prepared.

Video interviews became the norm at law firms, barristers' chambers and other employers following the transition online in March 2020, and it’s clear that they’re here to stay. There are key differences between interviewing over a webcam and in person, so it’s important to be prepared.

The long road, from starting your legal studies to becoming a fully qualified solicitor or barrister, can feel lonely. For me, one of the most difficult aspects of starting my journey into law was knowing what I was getting myself into! 

The relevance of the technology used within law firms is heightened by the current era of rapid digital transformation and the effects of covid-19.

It’s a little-known fact that approximately half of solicitors in the UK come from non-law backgrounds. If you're a non-law student considering a career as a solicitor, your unique skills and insights aren’t just welcomed – they're highly valued because the legal profession appreciates diverse experiences and perspectives.

Hear from Aruse Okaisabor, an associate in Ashurst’s digital economy team, about her journey to qualification and life as a lawyer at a global law firm. 

Has the 2017 Budget actually made any big changes?

William Allen is a solicitor in the private equity and transactions team. He outlines how his work experience prepared him for a career in law and the opportunities he’s got involved in so far at Ropes & Gray.

Family law barristers deal with all legal matters relating to marriage, separation, divorce and cohabitation, as well as issues relating to children, including contact arrangements, care and placement orders, adoption and surrogacy.

The Bar Council is the voice of the barrister profession in England and Wales.

Over the summer holidays, I inhaled most of the top TV shows and movies on Netflix. After the latest season of Stranger Things, I’m at a point where I’m thinking of dropping my Netflix subscription, I just can’t find any shows on Netflix that appeal to me anymore.

Chancery work is split into two areas: traditional and commercial.

Joel Semakula is a barrister at Landmark Chambers. In this Meet the Lawyer he outlines why he was drawn to the Bar, his work acting for Tottenham Hotspur Football Club and the diversity initiatives in place at Landmark Chambers.

Are the number of insolvencies in the charity sector increasing and, if so, what is causing them and what can be done about it?

To secure a training contract, you need to familiarise yourself with four areas of knowledge. This will help you understand the profession and the job you hope to do, effectively research a law firm and identify your skills and strengths to demonstrate in applications.

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Here is LawCareers.Net’s 26-step guide to the training contract application process, plus 10 mock interview questions to help you prepare.

The popularity of podcasts has soared in recent years, with 12.3 million people listening to podcasts each week in the UK, according to the BBC. Here are the 15 podcasts we think all aspiring lawyers should listen to.

Litigation funding: the future of commercial disputes or an inappropriate form of disputes financing?

I plan on becoming a lawyer but will I be able to manage my work/life balance?